San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
South San Antonio 4 hrs
Explore four historic Spanish colonial missions, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Humid subtropical
Languages
English and Spanish
Local currency
USD
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Local time
(GMT-5)
Ideal trip length
3–5 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Downtown/Riverwalk
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
15-20% for service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
90 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Tex-Mex
Breakfast Tacos
Brisket
Pralines
When to visit San Antonio
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: April, October
Busiest: Mar-May, Oct-Nov
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Jan60
Cool, mild
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Feb65
Mild, pleasant
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Mar85
Warm, spring blooms
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Apr90
Warm, pleasant
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May80
Warm, humid
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Jun70
Hot, humid
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Jul65
Very hot, humid
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Aug60
Very hot, humid
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Sept75
Warm, less humid
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Oct90
Pleasant, mild
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Nov85
Cool, crisp
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Dec70
Cool, festive
Things to do in San Antonio
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
3 places
San Antonio Riverwalk
Downtown 3 hrs
Stroll, dine, and shop along the picturesque urban waterway.
Pearl District
Midtown 3 hrs
Discover a vibrant culinary and shopping destination with a historic brewery backdrop.
Market Square (El Mercado)
Downtown 2 hrs
Immerse yourself in Mexican culture with shops, food, and live music.
Any time of day
3 places
The Alamo
Downtown 1.5 hrs
Visit the iconic mission and battle site, a symbol of Texas independence.
Tower of the Americas
Downtown 1.5 hrs
Enjoy panoramic views of the city from the observation deck and revolving restaurant.
Witte Museum
Brackenridge Park 2.5 hrs
Explore natural history, science, and Texas heritage exhibits.
Things to book
Tours and activities in San Antonio
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
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Private UNESCO Missions Tour in San Antonio
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PRIVATE Missions and More - Half-day City Tour
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The Ghosts of Old San Antonio
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Hopscotch Immersive Art Experience
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The San Antonio Ghost Walk
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San Antonio Zoo General Admission Ticket
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Private Drunk History Tour: 4 historic bars & 5+ hours
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Private Drunk History Tour: Lunch, Libations & History
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Practical ratings
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Near San Antonio
Straight-line distance from the centre of San Antonio.
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